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Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

He had such a promising beginning of last season... I hope that he can get back to that form, and not lose any of his confidence...

Yeah I really don't know what happened, through the first couple conference games he was I think the 3rd leading scorer on the team then he hurt his foot and by the time he was healthy enough to come back Smith was draining 3s like his name was Jimmer. Smith cooled off and Hart worked his way back in the rotation and just couldn't do much of anything, I'm going to assume it was just the injury.

Either way, we've got a TON of guards. Personally I'm pretty amped to finally see Anthony Johnson, he was a fairly highly rated recruit and Hummel said the kid's a born scorer.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

I'm not really concerned about the loss of Hart. To me he and Ryne Smith are the same player. They're both gunners. The only real difference is that Hart is a more frequent shooter and Smith is a better shooter. I'd really hate to ever see them on the floor together.

It'll be nice to see if Anthony Johnson can help, but unless he's really good, I don't see him being much of a factor. As far as next year's concerned, there are 2 things (outside of Hummel's health) that will make or break the season. The first is that Lewis Jackson needs to become the 2nd best player on the team. The second is that whoever steps in at the 5 for Johnson needs to at least be an average Big 10 big. Both of those things are good possibilities, but they are also both far from being locks.

I'm very interested to see Hale and Lawson play, but from the reading I've done and the youtube highlights I've watched, both seem more like potential Hummel replacements as perimeter 4's than guys who can really play alongside him.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

I don't think Hart would play a lot either, unless he would have been healthy the past year and carved out a role. I guess I just feel bad for him because he went to HS with my girlfriend so I root for him. I would rather have Smith, TJ, AJ, Kel, and probably a couple other guys I am forgetting out there there though.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

Moore play in Italy/Europe:

E’Twaun Moore wants to make a living playing professional basketball. And he wants to play pro ball for the NBA’s Boston Celtics, who drafted the No. 3 scorer in Purdue history last month with the 55th overall pick.

But with the NBA lockout making it impossible for potential pros to sign contracts or play in anything beyond leagues like the Indy Summer Pro Am at IUPUI, Europe may become a viable option for those like second-round pick Moore.

Mark Bartelstein, Moore’s Chicago-based agent, told the Boston Globe that the former Boilermaker guard has several overseas options, including Italian League Cimberio Varese.

This past Tuesday, I visited with Moore during a break in the Indy Summer Pro Am League, and E’Twaun told me he really wants to be a Celtic. However, he doesn’t want to sit out the 2011-12 season, and at this point, things don’t look good for the NBA’s contract negotiations..

As a first-round pick, JaJuan Johnson is in a different situation. Once he signs a contract, there’s guaranteed money. But as a second-round pick, Moore has no guarantees. Moore wants to be in Boston, but he also wants to make money playing basketball. At least for now, he may have to go to Europe to do so.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

I think that Hart has much better defense than Ryan... Another thing is that Purdue uses their bench a lot and everyone has to contribute.

I like AJ because from what I saw he can score in so many ways, and also brings a lot of energy with his game.

I also believe that we need a big to show up... I think Lawson will be one of those players that comes in the game and gets the crowd hype. I hope this year goes well for our boilers.. Terone will definitely have to work on his jump shot, shot selection and decision making... this should be his year to show up.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

Moore to Italy:

According to a report on Sportando.net, Celtics second round draft pick E’Twaun Moore has agreed to play to for Cimberio Varese in Italy (Lega Serie A).

Cimberio Varese, via its president Cecco Vescovi, confirmed the agreement with E'Twuan Moore for the season 2011-12. The product of Purdue University was selected by Boston Celtics in the 2011 NBA Draft averaged more than 18 ppg as senior in NCAA. Moore will have short NBA out in the contract to exercise when the lockout ends if he gets an offer from Celtics.

"The NBA escape is a bit risky for us, but the game's worth the candle" said Vescovi, president of the team. The deal is expected to be announced soon.

The Celtics drafted Moore, a 22-year-old guard, with the 55th overall pick in this year’s draft. Last month his high school coach, Abe Brown, told CSNNE.com what Moore could bring to the next level.

“He’s got a real calm demeanor,” Brown said. “He’s not going to be very flashy. He’s going to [score] on your opponent and you won’t even realize because he’s not the kind of guy to pump his chest, throw his hands in the air to the crowd. He’s a silent assassin, I would call him. He’s going to go out and do everything you need him to do and beyond.”

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

Celtics rookie E'Twaun Moore has signed a one-year contract worth about $200,000 to play for the Italian club Benetton Treviso, the Boston Herald reports.

Moore, who Boston selected in the second round with the 55th overall pick in last month’s NBA Draft, was close to a deal with Cimberio Varese, a different team in Italy, but those negotiations stalled when Moore reportedly insisted on an out clause, allowing him to return to the U.S. once the lockout ends, being included in the contract. Moore’s deal will Treviso includes such an out clause.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

On Smooge going to Italy, remember Lance looking to go to "Italy or China?" Treviso's a pretty good team from my understanding, Moore and Lance are both combo guard types at the next level. Anyone think Lance may've just an opportunity?

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

After suffering a torn Achilles during this past season, incoming Purdue freshman forward Jacob Lawson’s health became a concern for many Boilermaker fans.

But on Tuesday, Purdue coach Matt Painter said that not only is Lawson doing fine physically, he is ready to go academically as the Boilermakers prepare for the 2011-12 season.

“He has been playing pickup, but I haven’t watched him,” Painter said. “He has been cleared to play pickup basketball and has been working with our sports performance people.

“It looks like he is going to be ready in the fall, but we will see. From everything I’ve gathered from our training staff and our guys, everything with Jacob looks good.”

With forward Patrick Bade moving onto football, front line play will be huge for the Boilermakers. Lawson can jump out of the gym and has the potential to be an excellent rebounder, shot blocker and defensive presence. With JaJuan Johnson headed to the NBA, Lawson can bring some of the attributes and skills — especially at the defensive end — that Johnson provided.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

His dad says he's still committed, the actual kid apparently put on Facebook that he's not. Sorta sounds like it's the parents pushing him one way. Not gonna complain if he winds up on campus, but still wish it weren't like that.

Hard to be pissed at a 16 year old for changing his mind, but if he does go elsewhere I'll be pretty sour.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

His dad says he's still committed, the actual kid apparently put on Facebook that he's not. Sorta sounds like it's the parents pushing him one way. Not gonna complain if he winds up on campus, but still wish it weren't like that.

Hard to be pissed at a 16 year old for changing his mind, but if he does go elsewhere I'll be pretty sour.

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For now I'll remain optimistic and view it as outside influences getting to the kid and that his dad'll sit him down and remind him what's important. His dad outright said he feels like Purdue's staff has their players' best interest in mind while Pitino and Calipari put their selves first.

He actually does rescind his verbal and we're able to get him back in the fold I think that'd be a HUGE win. A truly elite talent hits the open market in Kentucky and we get him out from under Pitino's and Calipari's slimy fingers says a lot if Painter and Co. can do it.

Be a lot more optimistic if he transferred to an out of state prep school though. How gross is it that Kentuckians are telling a 16 year old he "turned their back on them?" I wasn't old enough but a guy like Montross didn't get any of that did he? Sure, say stuff like that at the bar or whatever, but actually to the kid's face?

Painter's mettle's going to be truly tested and whatever happens it'll show where Purdue stands as a program.

Re: Purdue University 2010-2011 Basketball Thread

For now I'll remain optimistic and view it as outside influences getting to the kid and that his dad'll sit him down and remind him what's important. His dad outright said he feels like Purdue's staff has their players' best interest in mind while Pitino and Calipari put their selves first.

He actually does rescind his verbal and we're able to get him back in the fold I think that'd be a HUGE win. A truly elite talent hits the open market in Kentucky and we get him out from under Pitino's and Calipari's slimy fingers says a lot if Painter and Co. can do it.

Be a lot more optimistic if he transferred to an out of state prep school though. How gross is it that Kentuckians are telling a 16 year old he "turned their back on them?" I wasn't old enough but a guy like Montross didn't get any of that did he? Sure, say stuff like that at the bar or whatever, but actually to the kid's face?

Painter's mettle's going to be truly tested and whatever happens it'll show where Purdue stands as a program.

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